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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I went to St. Mary's College in the early 1980's on a full (academic) scholarship.  Small--yes.  White--yes.  But an incredible academic experience.  I went directly to graduate school and was very well prepared.  All of my children have applied to SMCM and I have kept up with the academic changes and developments over the 30+ years since my graduation. SMCM is part of the UMD system--however, it has it's own separate board of trustees and can keep the monies from alumni donations.  Larry Hogan tried to put an end to that in his first term--he wanted to abolish the independent board of trustees and divert SMCM's funding to the UMD system.  The uproar from students, parents and alumni was earthshaking an put an end to that idea.  However, the school went through some rough times 2010-2013 when Joseph Urgo came on as president; he fired the long time admissions director. Rich had great relationships with high schools and was key in keeping enrollment numbers solid in a competitive college market.  Enrollment suffered, leading to the smallest freshman class in 2013.  Those factors along with deferred maintenence, shenanigans from the state (see above) and lack of leadership led to the school's reputation taking an undeserved hit.
[b]My DD graduated from SMCM in May.  She was able to work closely with professors, to conduct original research, to present at conferences and has submitted articles for publications.  Her experience is not unique.  Her classmates are on their way to law schools and medical schools and top graduate programs.  She got a remarkable education for a reasonable price.  
Whenever I walk around town in SMCM gear I always get shout outs from alumni and parents of current students.  The recented edition of Bethesda Magazine featured 6 extraordinary teachers--including one who is a recent graduate of SMCM.
I hope your DC likes the school.  I sure did and still do.[/b][/quote]

My DD is a current SMCM student and this has been her experience as well. Loves it there and having great opportunities. I am also surprised how large and loyal the alumni network is for such a small school. I love that they have an annual reunion weekend every summer at the school. I know my DD is really looking forward to that once she graduates.[/quote]

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